What's the difference between a PIN and a secret code?

Modified on Tue, 22 Sep at 12:17 PM

Keep in mind that there are two important sets of numbers you'll need to remember: your Bit2Me Card's PIN for in-store purchases when prompted, and the secret code to validate your online purchases and/or view your card details (CVV, expiration date, PIN code).

How to activate Push notifications for Card?

In addition to SMS from Pecunia, you can now receive your verification codes via Push notifications: the 6-digit code appears directly on your screen, without relying on your mobile carrier. This is especially useful if you are abroad and cannot receive SMS messages.

1

Log in to your Bit2Me account and go to the Card section. You will see a notification "Activate notifications to view your CVV and validate purchases."

2

Click on the notification to display the button Activate notifications for Card.

3

Press the button. You will receive an SMS from Pecunia with a 6-digit code; enter it on screen to confirm activation.

4

Done! From now on, whenever you need to view your CVV or validate a purchase, the 6-digit code will appear directly as a Push notification on screen, instead of arriving via SMS.

⚠️ IMPORTANT
  • If you do not activate Push notifications, you will continue to receive your verification code via SMS from Pecunia, as before.

The Bit2Me Card PIN, or Personal Identification Number, is a four-digit code you use to verify that you are the cardholder. Like a signature, it's used to confirm your identity and helps protect you against fraud. This code is required when you make a cash withdrawal at an ATM and when you make a purchase with your Bit2Me Card at physical establishments.

The secret code is a code of at least eight digits that is used as a password for all your Bit2Me Cards, to authorize online purchases of 50 euros or more, to view the CVV and expiration date, and to view your card's PIN.

To view your card details (CVV, expiration date, and PIN), you will need to enter the 6-digit code you receive via SMS from Pecunia (or, if you have Push notifications activated, directly on screen) and, subsequently, the secret code you have set up.

If you don't remember your secret code, you can change it. To do so, follow the instructions in the following article: How to modify my secret code?

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